Rocky's Hopes Resting on Opinion Polls
Governor Nelson Rockefeller aims to woo GOP delegates for the Republican nomination by arguing he can win the White House. Polls show Humphrey leading Nixon and Rockefeller. Rockefeller trails Humphrey in both Nixon and Rockefeller matchups, making a fragile path to the convention.
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Richard Nixon
Rockefeller
Nixon
New York
White House
Hubert Humphrey
Humphrey
Wallace
Tax Reform Expectations Outline Looming Changes Next Year
The piece argues Congress will pursue tax reform amid revenue needs and inequities. It notes outrage over billionaires legally avoiding taxes via loopholes and hints at reconsidering the oil and gas depletion allowance and tax exempt foundations. It warns reform is difficult due to lobbying but deems overdue trust in the tax system essential.
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Congress
We Will Miss Him H. E. Rasmussen Dies at Home
We will miss him mourned by many friends as H. E. Rasmussen former editor and publisher of the Austin Daily Herald dies at his Austin home Sunday. A lifelong Austin resident he was widely known in newspaper circles and active in community service and organizations.
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Austin Daily Herald
Harry
Austin
Phrase making in mass media and its political echoes
A reflective piece notes how radio and TV catchphrases shaped public language from Mae West to Get Smart and Laugh-In. It cites Rowan and Martin and others, while discussing a 1960s Republican stance on Vietnam and inflation, urging campaign messaging.
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Mae West
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Red Skelton
George Gobel
Don Adams
Smothers Brothers
Rowan and Martin
Reunion and Picnic Mark Southern Minnesota Alumni Event
The fifth annual reunion and picnic of the Southern Minnesota Normal College and University of Southern Minnesota Normal College and University of Southern Minnesota was held at Todd Park with about 200 former students relatives and friends present. A federal grant of 146376 to the City of Austin for construction of a sewage disposal plant was announced by the Public Works Administration signaling the project’s progress.
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Southern Minnesota Normal College
University of Southern Minnesota Normal College
University of Southern Minnesota
Todd Park
Austin Employment Rise Spurs Population Question
May 1969 employment in Austin rose 452 from May 1967 per local employment office survey, prompting questions on population trends. Figures can't distinguish full time from part time or household changes, delaying accuracy until the 1970 census.
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Austin
Baffling Economic Problem of Jobs and Inflation
AP analysis notes the paradox of low unemployment paired with rising inflation. With 3.5 percent joblessness and about 4 percent inflation, critics fear a tradeoff where either full employment or price stability yields. Wharton forecasts unemployment rising to 4.4 percent by spring 1969 before easing.
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John Cunniff
NEW York
Wharton School of Finance & Commerce
University of Pennsylvania
Fortune Magazine
History Spotlight On June 17 Through The Ages
Today marks June 17 with notable events including the 1775 Battle of Bunker Hill where American forces repulsed British forces before retreating. Other entries recall Drake landing in California in 1579 and John Wesley’s birth in 1703.
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Associated Press
Bunker Hill
Francis Drake
California
John Wesley
France
Germany
Inflation Fight Shapes Outlook for US Economy
The article outlines three paths to curb inflation and stabilize the dollar. It discusses possible tax increases or spending cuts, a general slowdown, and deflation risks. It notes rising wage costs outpacing productivity gains and predicts automation and cost controls by firms. It also mentions teen labor force growth in summer hiring.
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Labor Department
Vietnam Wounded Dig Those Bunnies Beer and Hamburgers
A group of Vietnam veterans in Washington attend a sunlit terrace party at the Washington Hilton. Volunteers supply the facility, food, drinks, and escorts to wounded men at Walter Reed and other area hospitals. The event blends humor, reflection, and moments of hard truth as recovering troops mingle with volunteers and entertainers.
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Noel Grove
Washington
NEA
Vietnam
Washington Hilton
Walter Reed
Capitol Hill
Baltimore
Democrats Gloomy Over 1968 Prospects After Kennedy Tragedy
Bruce Biossat notes a surge of pessimism among Democrats about winning in November after the Los Angeles tragedy and Kennedy funeral train discussions. Leaders fear blame for national chaos and doubt the party has strong charismatic figures to rally voters.
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Washington
NEA
Robert F. Kennedy
Los Angeles
Kennedy
Richard Nixon
Nelson Rockefeller
Hubertamphrey
Sen
Eugene McCarthy
New York
Edward M
Ted) Kennedy
Your Income Tax FAQ From St Paul IRS Office
This column answers common federal tax questions for 1968 filers. It explains that both spouses must endorse refund checks, how to amend estimated tax declarations by dates in June September or January, when summer-only dependents do not qualify, and the three year window to amend 1967 returns with Form 1040 X. It also notes deducting half of medical premiums up to 150 and how to identify refund types on checks with TAX REF or CORP REF.
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District Director of Internal Revenue
St. Paul
IRS
CORP
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